Level 1 Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Required to start: ASAP

Level 1 Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

A1/B1 (SCP 2-6) £23,656 - £25,183

Actual Salary: £17,871 - £19,025

Contract: 32.5 Hours Per Week (8:30am – 3:30pm), Term Time Only + 5 Days

Maternity cover

Ryecroft Academy are seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to the role of a Level 1 Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover). This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy, the successful candidate will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff to support access to learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. We are looking for colleagues who could work across all primary year groups, with children ranging from ages 3-11 years. In the first instance, ideally based in KS2.

The ideal applicant will:

·      Have good numeracy/literacy skills.

·      The ability to relate well to children and adults.

·      The ability to work constructively as part of a team.

·      Experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.

What we can offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including: 

• Membership to a local government pension scheme.  
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust. 
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers. 
• £2k Cycle to work scheme. 

About us:

At Ryecroft Academy we strive to ensure that our pupils are confident, self-assured learners who attend well, are proud of their school and sincere in the value that they place on their education. We strive to make certain that all pupils, as a deep rooted and routine part of their character, are kind, compassionate and respectful to everybody. We tailor learning experiences to make sure we promote the fundamental British values and ensure all of our children, regardless of their ability or background, achieve well. Leaders at Ryecroft establish and communicate a clear vision for their areas of responsibility identifying key priorities and strategies to realise this. They rigorously hold true to this vision and through this secure the commitment of their team. 

How to Apply:

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, an Application Pack (including Job Description and Person Specification) is available to download from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), by email by email to Recruitment@ryecroft.leeds.sch.uk or by telephone on 0113 733 0129.

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CV’s are not accepted.

Closing date for applications:    12 July 2024 (9.00am)

Applications should be returned to: Recruitment@ryecroft.leeds.sch.uk

Interview date:    TBC

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.   

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.